2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 187 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Touareg | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |